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1
What is an Aerodrome/TWR controller responsible for?
Responsible for safety and movement of the ACFT on the airfield from the time it
pushed back from stand until it departs and vice versa.
2
What does an Aerodrome/TWR controller do? (3)
1.) Issues instructions for ACFT to taxi to and from the RWY.
2.) Issues clearances to TKOF and land.
3.) Issue routings and clearances to ACFT prior to departure to ensure safe
movement of all vehicles moving around the airfield.
3
What is the RWY in use for arrivals/departures dependant on and why?
It is dependant on wind conditions as ACFT prefer to TKOF and land into wind.
4
What are the responsibilities of an Approach controller? (4)
1.) 5 miles.
2.) 3 miles.
10
What holding facilities do major airfields use if delays are expected?
Stacks.
11
How many stacks do Heathrow and Gatwick airports have?
When the ACFT is established on the final approach and is 6-12 nautical miles
from the RWY.
14
What is an Area controller responsible for? (3)
Issue levels, headings and speeds to separate ACFT to provide the most safe and
expeditious route to the exit point.
16
_____ with the next sector controller along the __________ of the ACFT is a major
function of the __________ role and each ACFT will be transferred according to
__________ every time it leaves and enters a new sector.
1.) Agreement.
2.) Entire route.
3.) Area Controller.
4.) Set conditions